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Communal Cuisine

Large portion sizes cater to those looking to connect with others through dining

Implications - With social networking and online media broadening the social sphere and allowing for easier interaction, consumers are becoming more comfortable in seeking out diverse methods of communication with others. Over-sized meals and hybrid dishes allow large groups to engage in a communal dining experience, reflecting a move away from autonomous activities toward more open and expressive approaches to living.
Trend Themes
1. Communal Dining - Creating oversized dishes and hybrid foods that are designed for communal eating, promoting a move away from traditional autonomous activities.
2. Noodle Infused Dishes - Experimenting with ingredient substitution, using Ramen as a base for pizzas allows for customization while retaining the original flavor.
3. DIY Themed Party Foods - Creating innovative themed party foods, such as the Super Bowl Snack Stadium, adds a fun interactive element for guests.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage - The food and beverage industry can use these trends for innovative menu offerings to stand out from competitors.
2. Hospitality and Events - The hospitality and events industry can create inclusive experiences for guests with shared dining, and engage DIY enthusiasts with creative presentation options.
3. Food Blogging and Photography - Food bloggers and photographers can use these exciting and unique food creations as content for recipe posts and social media channels to increase engagement.
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Featured Examples

Epic DIY Football-Watching Foods
Epic DIY Football-Watching Foods
The Super Bowl Snack Stadium Fuels Ultimate NFL Fans
The biggest event in the NFL is just around the corner (February 2, 2014) and people might want to get their act together soon if they plan on hosting a viewing party; the Super Bowl Snack Stadium... MORE
Cookie-Combined Dessert Pizzas
Cookie-Combined Dessert Pizzas
The Pizookie Party Platter Has Something for Everyone
The Pizookie party platter is a delicious and delectable treat that can be made to fit even the pickiest eater. Who wouldn’t want a pizza-shaped dessert? The thought alone makes me want to drool.... MORE
Noodle-Infused Pizzas
Noodle-Infused Pizzas
This Ramen Crust Pizza is Exactly What it Sounds Like
If you’re for some reason not a fan of traditional dough-based pizza crusts, consider this Ramen Crust Pizza, which substitutes the dough for Ramen noodles. Ramen-infused foods have ranged... MORE
Massive Pizza Burger Hybrids
Massive Pizza Burger Hybrids
The 'Megaburgerpizza' Creatively Uses a Pizza as a Burger Bun
If you’re an Epic Mealtime enthusiast, this pizza burger dish by Japanese Kyoto ‘Pizza Little Party’ restaurant should be next on your list of intense food hybrids to try. Known as... MORE
Gargantuan Fried Food
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The Largest Chicken Nugget Cannot Be Consumed Alone
The largest chicken nugget could easily be the only meal served at Thanksgiving dinner. While it’s no shock that fried food is extremely unhealthy, especially if eaten in large amounts,... MORE
play_circle_filledBacon-Wrapped Holiday Dishes
Bacon-Wrapped Holiday Dishes
This Meaty Star of David is Wrapped in Bacon and Drizzled in Mustard
I’m not Jewish, but I’m tempted to convert for the sake of this meaty Star of David, which has been completely wrapped in bacon. This religiously themed holiday treat contains chicken sausages,... MORE

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